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Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; But he that keepeth company with harlots wasteth [his] substance.
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The king by justice establisheth the land; But he that exacteth gifts overthroweth it.
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A man that flattereth his neighbor Spreadeth a net for his steps.
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In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare; But the righteous doth sing and rejoice.
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The righteous taketh knowledge of the cause of the poor; The wicked hath not understanding to know [it].
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Scoffers set a city in a flame; But wise men turn away wrath.
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If a wise man hath a controversy with a foolish man, Whether he be angry or laugh, there will be no rest.
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The bloodthirsty hate him that is perfect; And as for the upright, they seek his life.
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A fool uttereth all his anger; But a wise man keepeth it back and stilleth it.
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If a ruler hearkeneth to falsehood, All his servants are wicked.
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The poor man and the oppressor meet together; Jehovah lighteneth the eyes of them both.